Create your own at Storyboard ThatLong Shot Close Shot of Cockpit Long Shot of Map New Map With Additional Long Shot Long Shot (Pima Air and Space Museum Emblem) Credits/References (Longshot) Created in 1964 the blackbird holds the world record for absolute speed of 2,193 MPH and the record for sustained altitude 85, 069. Both records in 1974-1976. The SR-71 Blackbird is the only jet powered aircraft to routinely exceed Mach 3. (Geographical Map instead of flag) From New-York to London the SR-71 Blackbird only took 1 hr and 55 minutes to make the trip. Additionally the SR-71 Blackbird is capable of traveling from Los Angeles to Washington DC in 1 hr and 5 minutes. Scene with additional information in regards to manufacturer, crew size, and technicals about the craft.